Medical Assistant

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Creve Coeur, MO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

EyeCare Partners is hiring a Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician) for Ophthalmology Consultants in Creve Coeur, Missouri. The role assists an ophthalmologist in providing patient care and uses equipment to perform initial testing before the patient’s exam. Travel to other nearby offices is required as needed, with mileage reimbursement provided. The employee supports patient visits by gathering medical histories and medication information, documenting information in the electronic medical record, checking patients’ eyes, performing ophthalmic diagnostic tests, and assisting with treatments and minor procedures. The role also includes maintaining exam and treatment rooms, tracking supplies and drug counts, and completing general office duties. The position is full-time. Offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; occasional earlier or later work may be needed. The position requires a commitment to work over 40 hours when business needs require and weekend availability when applicable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Provide excellent patient care and demonstrate energy and empathy with patients.
Comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information.
Communicate effectively and coordinate and cooperate courteously and professionally with employees at all levels.
Demonstrate organizational skills focused on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
Show a desire to gain industry knowledge and training, initiative in accomplishing practice goals, and ability to adapt to change.
Be team-oriented and patient-focused, and consistently contribute to a positive work environment.
Commit to working over 40 hours to meet business needs and work weekends when applicable.
Have reliable transportation that allows travel between multiple work locations with minimal notice.
Be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; have experience with EMR systems and the ability to learn new applications quickly.
Meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds, and having strong fine motor skills and full use of hands.

Nice To Haves

Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide courteous, professional customer service to patients in person and by phone.
Greet patients promptly and help facilitate clinic flow by anticipating physician needs and respecting patient and physician schedules.
Comply with company policies and procedures, including HIPAA requirements.
Interview patients to verify information; record medical history, current medications, and reason for visit.
Enter patient information into the electronic medical record (EMR).
Assess eye condition by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements.
Perform dilation, refraction, pressure checks, and diagnostic testing, including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, and topography.
Apply working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications.
Accurately document medical visits and procedures as the physician performs them.
Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures, and measure and record vital signs as required.
Open and close exam rooms as needed.
Clean and stock examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms; keep drug counts up to date.
Complete general office duties and cleaning assigned by the manager.
Travel to other local offices as needed.